1989 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1982 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1989 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 Donkervoort S8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda Cosmo. (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Donkervoort S8 | 1982 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Mazda |
| Model | S8 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
